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University of Zambia’s Centre for Urban Research and Planning and Charter Cities Institute Sign Letter of Agreement

L-R: CCI Africa Lead, Mwanda Phiri and Acting Vice Chancellor, Professor Anne Sikwibele Signing Letter of Agreement

Lusaka, Zambia 6th March, 2023 The Charter Cities Institute (CCI) and the Centre for Urban Research and Planning (CURP) and the Department of Geography at the University of Zambia (UNZA)… Continue reading University of Zambia’s Centre for Urban Research and Planning and Charter Cities Institute Sign Letter of Agreement

CCI at Southern Africa Regional Conference

Winners of the Competition post with Mwanda and staff

Youths are not future leaders; they are leaders of the present!

Walking the Un-Walkable: First Outing

A picture of all the participants before the walk – we looked not so tired then

One afternoon in 2021 in D.C., we made fun of a friend who couldn’t cross a street properly. My friend who grew up in a sub-Saharan city said she was… Continue reading Walking the Un-Walkable: First Outing

Walking the Un-Walkable: First Publication

“Walking the Un-Walkable” delves into the act of walking in Lusaka, examining both the obstacles and possibilities for enhancement. The project seeks to produce policy briefs and research that are grounded in evidence. Our goal is to provide guidance for a transformative approach to urban planning, policies, and infrastructure investments that prioritize a more accessible and pedestrian-friendly built environment. “Walking the Un-Walkable” revolves around four designated walks, designed to replicate the walking experience along specific routes and thereby identify hurdles and deficiencies in pedestrian pathways. This publication documents the outcomes of the initial walk and mapping exercise, incorporating insights from local partners, community members, and participating students. Future publications will be released to document subsequent phases of the project.